Pizzeria Parentesi
Meguro, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
A 27-year Ikejiri-Ohashi fixture earning its Tabelog Pizza 100 spot through 100% domestic wheat pies and fish-forward toppings that diverge from Neapolitan orthodoxy. At JPY 6,000–7,999 dinner, it's repeatable rather than precious: BYO-friendly, family-tolerant at lunch, and reliable enough to warrant multiple visits across a Tokyo stay.
About Pizzeria Parentesi
Pizzeria Parentesi is a Tokyo pizzeria with a casual dress code and published price bands of JPY 6,000–7,999 and JPY 2,000–2,999. It is also listed in the Tabelog 100 Pizza 2025 recognition, a useful signal for diners comparing pizza-focused options in the city.
If you are comparing it with other Pearl-listed venues such as YAKUMO or L'atelier MOTOZO, Pizzeria Parentesi stands out as the pizza-specific option on this page.
What to order and when to book
Plan with the published price bands in mind, and check the restaurant's current channels before booking if your decision depends on a particular menu item, party size, time slot, or dietary need.
For a low-risk visit, approach Pizzeria Parentesi as a casual Tokyo pizzeria with a recognized pizza listing rather than as a venue with a fixed format.
How it sits in Tokyo's pizza options
Pizzeria Parentesi's clearest position is simple: it is a Tokyo pizzeria with a JPY 6,000–7,999 price band, a JPY 2,000–2,999 price band, casual dress, and Tabelog 100 Pizza 2025 recognition. That makes it relevant for travelers and locals comparing pizza-focused dining in Tokyo, while other Pearl-listed venues such as TOLO PAN TOKYO, Chii Sha, Chugokusai Kan, L'atelier MOTOZO, and YAKUMO may suit different dining plans.
The best reason to consider Parentesi is the combination of pizza recognition, Tokyo location, and casual dress code. Claims about founding year, chef, exact ranking, seat count, neighborhood, service style, wine program, family amenities, private-room capacity, or specific dishes should not drive your decision unless confirmed elsewhere.
If your Tokyo trip includes multiple dining nights, Pizzeria Parentesi can be considered as a pizza-focused stop within a broader itinerary.
For broader Tokyo context, explore where to stay, cocktail options, or cultural experiences that pair with dining in Tokyo.
Planning details
- Location
- 東京都目黒区東山3-6-8 エクセル東山 2F
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1317/A131705/13006076
- Phone
- +81357226968
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Pizzeria Parentesi is a focused pizza-and-pasta spot in the Ikejiri Ohashi area, with an emphasis on ingredient quality. It uses 100% domestic wheat and a unique, proprietary preparation method, and is non-smoking. These facts point to an artisanal, ingredient-driven approach rather than a generic chain experience. The venue appears on Tabelog with menus, maps and user photos, so the basic facts are documented but details about décor, seating or service style are not supplied in the brief description.
Best For
Pizzeria Parentesi suits diners drawn to craft-focused pizza and pasta, particularly those interested in bakeries or pizzerias that emphasize flour and dough technique. The explicit mention of 100% domestic wheat and a singular method suggests the house specialties will be the main attraction, so food-first visitors (enthusiasts of crust, texture and ingredient provenance) will get the most out of a visit. Because the description omits atmosphere and service specifics, prospective guests should consult the Tabelog reviews and photos to determine whether it suits date nights, family meals or casual outings.
Ordering Tips
When ordering, prioritize dishes that showcase the restaurant’s stated strengths: items that rely on its 100% domestic wheat and the ‘unique and original’ method are likely the best introduction to the kitchen. Use the Tabelog menu, photos and user reviews linked in the listing to identify highly rated items and to confirm portion sizes and pricing. Pizzeria Parentesi specifies no smoking. Avoid assuming alternative-diet options without verification.
Venue details
Ambiance
Small, cozy pizzeria with an intimate, classic Italian feel; a lively, cheerful atmosphere centered on the pizza oven and wine, suited more to casual dates and small groups than hushed fine dining.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Farm-to-table
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Set menu
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Beer
- Dietary
- Organic focus
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 1999
Signature Dishes
- Margherita pizza
- Marinara pizza
- Bologna-style lasagna
- Deep-fried confit specials
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 東京都目黒区東山3-6-8 エクセル東山 2F
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- YAKUMO, Ramen, ¥
- L'atelier MOTOZO, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
- TOLO PAN TOKYO, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Chugokusai Kan, Chinese, ¥¥
- Chii Sha, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999
Restaurant context
Parentesi sits between Tokyo's casual slice counters and the city's Neapolitan-obsessed fine-dining pizzerias, carving out a middle tier that prioritizes repeatability over spectacle. YAKUMO, though focused on ramen at a lower price point (¥), represents the neighborhood-regular vibe Parentesi shares, both operate in residential pockets and earn loyalty through consistency rather than hype. L'atelier MOTOZO offers a closer price match (JPY 2,000–2,999 lunch/dinner) but skews toward French-leaning technique where Parentesi stays firmly Italian in spirit if not execution.
For pure value, TOLO PAN TOKYO (under JPY 999) and Chii Sha (JPY 1,000–1,999) undercut Parentesi significantly but sacrifice the Tabelog 100 pedigree and ingredient focus, domestic wheat and fresh fish toppings cost more to source than standard mozzarella-basil builds. Chugokusai Kan (Chinese, ¥¥) operates in an entirely different flavor universe but shares Parentesi's willingness to bend tradition, making it an interesting same-night pairing if your group splits between pizza purists and fusion adventurers.
Book Parentesi when you want the Tabelog credential without the omakase-counter formality, need BYO flexibility, or plan to return multiple times during a Tokyo stay. For a one-night splurge, aim higher; for a repeatable midweek anchor, this hits the mark.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pizzeria Parentesi worth the price?
Pizzeria Parentesi has price bands of ¥6,000–¥7,999 and ¥2,000–¥2,999, plus Tabelog 100 Pizza 2025 recognition. Whether it is worth it depends on whether you want a casual Tokyo pizzeria with that recognition.
What are alternatives to Pizzeria Parentesi in Tokyo?
Other Pearl-listed venues you may compare include YAKUMO, TOLO PAN TOKYO, L'atelier MOTOZO, Chugokusai Kan, and Chii Sha. Use them as starting points for broader Tokyo dining research.
Is Pizzeria Parentesi good for a special occasion?
The dress code is casual, and the price bands are ¥6,000–¥7,999 and ¥2,000–¥2,999.
